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Definition of perpetuation

perpetuation

/pərˌpɛtʃ.uˈeɪ.ʃən/
per · pet · u · a · tion
Adverb:perpetually
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Plural:perpetuations
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Adjective:perpetual
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perpetuation Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

The act or process of causing something, such as a state, system, belief, or biological species, to continue indefinitely.

Example

"The organization's educational programs are designed to prevent the perpetuation of harmful stereotypes."

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Word Nuance & Usage

While neutral in its literal sense (e.g., 'the perpetuation of the species'), 'perpetuation' frequently carries a negative connotation in social or political contexts when referring to undesirable conditions, such as 'the perpetuation of inequality' or 'the perpetuation of myths.'

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Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the late 15th century from Late Latin perpetuatio ('a continuing uninterruptedly'), a noun of action from the verb perpetuare ('to cause to continue'), ultimately from Latin perpetuus ('continuous, universal').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Perpetuation. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/perpetuation
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